Strawberry Parfait

Springtime means the onset of the strawberry season, just in time to snap us out of the winter doldrums. This dessert whips up so quickly that youll want to make it often. If you make and chill this ahead of time, sprinkle on the walnuts just before serving.

6Servings

Ingredients

1 12-oz. pkg. silken soft tofu

1 8-oz. pkg. soy cream cheese

6 Tbs. confectioners' sugar

2 tsp. vanilla extract

2 cups sliced strawberries

1 3-oz. pkg. dried strawberries, sliced

1/2 cup crushed walnuts for garnish

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350F. Combine tofu, soy cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla in blender or food processor, and purée until smooth. Spoon into large serving bowl, and stir in fresh and dried strawberries.

Spread walnuts in small baking dish or pie pan, and bake until fragrant and lightly browned, stirring twice, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle parfait with walnuts, and serve.

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